New AI-powered wearables and gadgets aim to become daily assistants
A range of AI-enabled necklaces, rings, wristbands and handheld devices have been released, offering functions from note-taking to emotional support.
AI wearables are expanding beyond niche prototypes, with products ranging from low-cost pendants to sophisticated ring-mounted recorders. Bee, priced under $50, captures audio and syncs with an iOS app that requires a monthly fee, while Amazon’s newer Bee Frontier ($74.99) and Bee Eclipse ($99.99) add wrist-wear and magnetic phone-attachment options. Friend offers a $129 white pendant that detects mood and now includes a speaker in its 2.0 version.
Limitless, formerly Rewind, provides continuous transcription for professionals at $99, with a $29 monthly plan for unlimited use. Plaud’s NotePin ($159) targets lawyers and journalists with real-time AI summarisation, and a thinner Note Pro is available for preorder. Upcoming releases include Meta’s Muse Charm with a digital avatar, Nirva’s $249 growth-focused pendant, Omi’s $89 ChatGPT-linked necklace, Rabbit’s $199 handheld device, and Sandbar’s $299 Stream ring slated for summer.
Why it matters
These devices illustrate how AI is moving into personal accessories, changing how users capture information and interact with technology.
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